American University Washington College of Law

American University Washington College of Law American University Washington College of Law is a leading law school preparing students to practice in all areas of the law.

Located on the NW edge of Washington, D.C., American University Washington College of Law is 20 minutes from the White House, yet set within green boundaries of a residential neighborhood. With five specialty programs ranked in the top 10 by U.S. News and World Report, AUWCL students receive a legal education that prepares them to tackle a breadth of challenges in Washington, D.C., throughout the country, and around the world.

02/04/2025

At AUWCL, students have valuable opportunities to connect with legal leaders and build strong professional networks. Rachel Weiner Cohen ’08, now a partner at Latham & Watkins, shares how her law school experience—from mentorship to hands-on learning—helped shape her career. In just two minutes, hear how AUWCL provided the foundation for her success and how it continues to prepare students for impactful legal careers. Watch now!

01/31/2025

AUWCL faculty are consistently sought after for their expertise, offering invaluable perspectives on crucial topics and weighing in on both long-standing issues and emerging developments.

Check out some of their media appearances here:

Professor of Law Jamie Abram’s had her amicus brief mentioned in the New York Time’s “Supreme Court Questions Prosecutors’ Focus on S*x in Capital Case”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Abrams-SC-Brief

Professor of Law Christine Farley was mentioned in Law 360’s “Takeaways From Jack Daniel's Latest Dog Toy Win”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Jack-Daniels-Lawsuit

Dean Emeritus Claudio Grossman was interviewed by CNN about the situation in Venezuela

Watch here: https://tinyurl.com/Grossman-CNN-Venezuela

Professor of Law Susan Carle was mentioned in the Washington Post’s “The 5-Minute Fix”

Read more here : https://tinyurl.com/Trump-DCA-Crash

Director of the Immigration Justice Clinic Jayesh Rathod was mentioned in Medill on the Hill’s “Republican lawmakers echo Trump’s calls to end birthright citizenship”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Birthright-Citizenship

Professor of Law Rebecca Hamilton was mentioned in the Hill’s “Senate Republicans urge Trump to sanction ICC after failed legislation push”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Trump-ICC-Sanctions

The 2025 Externship Fair was a tremendous success, bringing together a dynamic mix of employers, agencies, and proud WCL...
01/30/2025

The 2025 Externship Fair was a tremendous success, bringing together a dynamic mix of employers, agencies, and proud WCL alumni! Students had the chance to make valuable connections, discover exciting externship opportunities, and take meaningful steps toward their future careers. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this incredible event! See more photos here: tinyurl.com/2025-Externship-Fair

AUWCL is proud to be part of American University’s commitment to service and community impact. Through pro bono work, ad...
01/30/2025

AUWCL is proud to be part of American University’s commitment to service and community impact. Through pro bono work, advocacy, and experiential learning, our students and faculty continue to drive meaningful change. This year’s celebration of service, part of AU President Jon Alger’s Unity Meals series, highlights how AU and WCL collaborate to support communities, advance justice, and inspire the next generation of changemakers. These shared meals foster dialogue and connection, reinforcing our collective mission to serve. Read more at tinyurl.com/WCL-AU-Unity-Meal

01/28/2025

Enhance your legal career and join the ranks of successful Spanish-speaking lawyers by enrolling in AUWCL’s Spanish for Lawyers course! This course offers an opportunity to practice Spanish in U.S. Criminal and Immigration Law contexts in a fully online format. Don’t miss out on this chance to improve your skills, better serve Spanish-speaking clients, and collaborate with other attorneys. Enroll today! Classes begin on February 3rd.

Register at: https://lnkd.in/esrZSPGr

*AILA Members enjoy registration discounts in this course.

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01/28/2025

The summer program in The Hague – offered by WCL in collaboration with T.M.C. Asser Institute, one of the most prominent institutes of international law in Europe – gives participants an opportunity to study some of the most important legal issues today in the heart of the international justice community. The program's courses include International Criminal Law and International Legal Approaches to Terrorism with site visits to the International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court, and the UN Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals. Learn more or apply now at https://tinyurl.com/wcl-theHague

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AUWCL professors Diego Rodriguez-Pinzon, co-director of the Academy on Human Rights, and Andres Gonzalez have published ...
01/28/2025

AUWCL professors Diego Rodriguez-Pinzon, co-director of the Academy on Human Rights, and Andres Gonzalez have published a research essay analyzing Colombia's high 2024 homicide rates, with Bogotá and the Caribbean region most affected. The study attributes the violence to organized crime and armed groups competing for control of illicit economies, offering insights into these challenges. Read more here: Tinyurl.com/Diego-Andres-Essay

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International Law at American University Washington College of Law

Congratulations to Katherine Angell and Jack Moore, winners of the WCL Moot Court Honor Society's Alvina Reckman Myers M...
01/27/2025

Congratulations to Katherine Angell and Jack Moore, winners of the WCL Moot Court Honor Society's Alvina Reckman Myers Moot Court Competition! Seventy-two 1L students showcased their advocacy skills in this challenging competition, with four finalists reaching the final round. Thank you to the organizers, judges, and everyone who made this event possible.

More photos here: https://tinyurl.com/2025-ARM-Moot-Court

01/24/2025

As the semester gets under way, AUWCL faculty speak out about issues of great importance, from child sexual abuse to the treatment of inmates in prison. Check out some of their work here.

Professor of Law Jamie Abrams wrote an op-ed for Courier Journal “Kentucky must break the haunting silence around child sexual abuse | Opinion”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Kentucky-Child-Abuse

Professor of Law Andrew Ferguson was quoted in Asis Security Management’s “AI Meets Incident Reports: Considerations and Cautions for Field Use”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/AI-Field-Use

Professor of Law Rebecca Hamilton was quoted in 404Media’s “Meta Is Laying the Narrative Groundwork for Trump’s Mass Deportations”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Trump-Deportations

Distinguished Practitioner-in-Residence Olinda Moyd wrote an op-ed for Maryland Matters “Torture by any other name”

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Maryland-Prison-Confinement

The Supreme Court has granted a new hearing to Brenda Andrew, an Oklahoma woman on death row. This landmark decision fol...
01/24/2025

The Supreme Court has granted a new hearing to Brenda Andrew, an Oklahoma woman on death row. This landmark decision follows years of tireless advocacy, including a pivotal amicus brief co-authored by Professor Jamie Abrams. Professor Abrams' expertise helped shine a light on the unfair prejudice faced by Ms. Andrew during her original trial.

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Abrams-Amicus-Brief

01/20/2025

AUWCL faculty, staff, students, and even family members joined together to read Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail,” a powerful reflection on justice, activism, and moral responsibility. The event continued with a hands-on community organizing workshop, honoring Dr. King's belief in the transformative power of grassroots action and collective change.


The WCL Space Law Society hosted a compelling conversation with Ken Yee, Chief of the Orbital Reconnaissance and Targeti...
01/15/2025

The WCL Space Law Society hosted a compelling conversation with Ken Yee, Chief of the Orbital Reconnaissance and Targeting Branch at the United States Space Force Directorate of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance. The discussion provided valuable insights into the intersection of law, technology, and national security in the space domain.

American University Washington College of Law students and faculty played a vital role in supporting the recent filing o...
01/14/2025

American University Washington College of Law students and faculty played a vital role in supporting the recent filing of an amicus brief by the Birth Rights Bar Association in Jane Doe and John Doe v. Amita Kachru. This significant case seeks to promote justice in maternal health and reproductive rights. Professor Jamie Abrams, together with a dedicated group of her students and in collaboration with Professor Liz Kukura of Drexel University, provided essential research and writing support for the brief, underscoring the impactful role of legal scholarship in advocacy and systemic change.

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/Health-Law-Brief

Students and Faculty Assist in Birth Rights Bar Association Amicus Brief

AUWCL Professor Rebecca Hamilton is featured in The New York Times article, 'Israeli Soldiers on Vacation Are Being Inve...
01/14/2025

AUWCL Professor Rebecca Hamilton is featured in The New York Times article, 'Israeli Soldiers on Vacation Are Being Investigated for War Crimes in Gaza,' offering her expert insights. Read the full article to learn more about this important topic: tinyurl.com/Vacation-War-Crimes

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AUWCL faculty showcased 'Courage in Action' at the 2025 AALS Annual Meeting. Professors Rebecca Hamilton, Andrew Ferguso...
01/13/2025

AUWCL faculty showcased 'Courage in Action' at the 2025 AALS Annual Meeting. Professors Rebecca Hamilton, Andrew Ferguson, Brenda Smith, Jayesh Rathod, Jamie Abrams, Fernanda Nicola, and others shared their expertise across key legal disciplines. Other highlights included Dean Emeritus Claudio Grossman receiving the Nelson Mandela Award and Cynthia Goode Works moderating a roundtable on collaboration in advocacy teaching. AUWCL’s strong presence underscored its leadership and commitment to advancing legal education and addressing critical societal challenges. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/AUWCL-AALS-25

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AUWCL welcomes a remarkable group of new faculty for 2025! These distinguished scholars and practitioners bring expertis...
01/13/2025

AUWCL welcomes a remarkable group of new faculty for 2025! These distinguished scholars and practitioners bring expertise in areas such as criminal justice, international law, technology and data privacy, environmental law, and legal writing. From award-winning research and groundbreaking publications to impactful real-world experience, their contributions will inspire and empower the next generation of legal professionals. We are thrilled to have them join our community and share their knowledge with our students. Learn more about their impressive backgrounds and the innovative work they are bringing to AUWCL.

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/AUWCL-New-Faculty

01/10/2025

While students were away on break, AUWCL professors were hard at work giving their perspective on a variety of complex issues across different mediums.

Take a look at what some of our professors have been up to this break:

Practitioner-in-Residence Olinda Moyd wrote an article for the Baltimore Sun “Maryland must give rehabilitated individuals a second chance”

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/Maryland-Rehabilitation

Professor of Law Hilary Allen was quoted in Benzinga’s “Trump Taking Office Could Spell Golden Crypto Era, Industry Hopes”

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/Trump-Crypto-Impact

Professor of Law Lewis Grossman was quoted in the New York Time’s “How ‘Health Freedom’ Became a Winning Rallying Cry”

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/Grossman-Health-Freedom

Professor of Law Rebecca Hamilton wrote an article for Just Security “Unpacking the Meta Announcement: The Future of the Information Ecosystem and Implications for Democracy”

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/Meta-Fact-Checkers

Adjunct Professor of Law Jeffrey Jacobovitz was interviewed on NewsNation about high profile criminal cases

Watch it here: https://tinyurl.com/Mangione-Charges

Professor of Law William Snape was quoted in Fox5’s “DC mayor optimistic about Commanders’ future at RFK site”

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/New-RFK-Stadium

Professor of Law Brandon Weiss was quoted in the Washington Post’s “Landlords are accused of colluding to raise rents. See where.”

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/Weiss-WashingtonPost

Dean Emeritus Claudio Grossman was honored with the prestigious Nelson Mandela Award at AALS 2025, recognizing his extra...
01/10/2025

Dean Emeritus Claudio Grossman was honored with the prestigious Nelson Mandela Award at AALS 2025, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to human rights and justice. His legacy continues to inspire advocates worldwide. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/Grossman-Mandela-Award


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